Definitions for scrubber
ˈskrʌb ərscrub·ber

Princeton's WordNetRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. scrubbernoun

   a worker who uses a scrub brush to clean a surface (usually a floor or deck)

2. scrub brush, scrubbing brush, scrubbernoun

   a brush with short stiff bristles for heavy cleaning

3. scrubbernoun

   a purifier that removes impurities from a gas

GCIDERate this definition:2.0 / 1 vote

1. Scrubbernoun

   (Manufacturing) a device for removing pollutants from a gas stream, especially for removing sulfur oxides from processes burning coal or oil.

2. Scrubbernoun

   One who, or that which, scrubs; esp., a brush or machine used in scrubbing.

3. Scrubbernoun

   a stunted or emaciated steer.

WiktionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. scrubbernoun

   A person or appliance that cleans floors etc by scrubbing

2. scrubbernoun

   A device that removes impurities from gases

3. scrubbernoun

   A prostitute, or a slovenly woman

WikipediaRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Scrubber

   Scrubber systems (e.g. chemical scrubbers, gas scrubbers) are a diverse group of air pollution control devices that can be used to remove some particulates and/or gases from industrial exhaust streams. An early application of a carbon dioxide scrubber was in the submarine the Ictíneo I, in 1859; a role for which they continue to be used today. Traditionally, the term "scrubber" has referred to pollution control devices that use liquid to wash unwanted pollutants from a gas stream. Recently, the term has also been used to describe systems that inject a dry reagent or slurry into a dirty exhaust stream to "wash out" acid gases. Scrubbers are one of the primary devices that control gaseous emissions, especially acid gases. Scrubbers can also be used for heat recovery from hot gases by flue-gas condensation. They are also used for the high flows in solar, PV, or LED processes.There are several methods to remove toxic or corrosive compounds from exhaust gas and neutralize it.

ChatGPTRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. scrubber

   A scrubber is a device or tool used primarily for the removal of unwanted substances such as dust, dirt, or pollutants from a gas or liquid stream. In industrial processes, this often involves eliminating harmful chemicals or gaseous emissions. In a more everyday context, a scrubber can refer to a cleaning tool, such as a brush or a sponge, that is used to remove grime or dirt from surfaces.

Webster DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Scrubbernoun

   one who, or that which, scrubs; esp., a brush used in scrubbing

2. Scrubbernoun

   a gas washer. See under Gas

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1. Scrubber

   Scrubber systems are a diverse group of air pollution control devices that can be used to remove some particulates and/or gases from industrial exhaust streams. The first air scrubber was designed to remove carbon dioxide from the air of an early submarine, the Ictineo I, a role which they continue to be used for to this day. Traditionally, the term "scrubber" has referred to pollution control devices that use liquid to wash unwanted pollutants from a gas stream. Recently, the term is also used to describe systems that inject a dry reagent or slurry into a dirty exhaust stream to "wash out" acid gases. Scrubbers are one of the primary devices that control gaseous emissions, especially acid gases. Scrubbers can also be used for heat recovery from hot gases by flue-gas condensation. There are several methods to remove toxic or corrosive compounds from exhaust gas and neutralize it.

Matched Categories

1. • Purifier
   • Worker

Usage in printed sourcesFrom: 

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How to pronounce scrubber?

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How to say scrubber in sign language?

Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of scrubber in Chaldean Numerology is: 7

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of scrubber in Pythagorean Numerology is: 7

Examples of scrubber in a Sentence

1. Rahul Kapoor:

   One cargo loading at current elevated rate levels can not only finance the scrubber capex, but also account for extra costs incurred to install the scrubber at a later date.

2. Rahul Kapoor:

   Current rate levels are a no-brainer for pushing back scrubber retrofitting.

3. Lois Zabrocky:

   With the narrow price differential, it doubles the length of time for scrubber payback. Seaways installed scrubbers on our highest-consuming ships and the payback period is likely within 2-3 years.

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References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
   http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=scrubber
2. ^ GCIDE
   https://gcide.gnu.org.ua/?q=scrubber
3. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Scrubber
4. ^ Wikipedia
   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Scrubber
5. ^ ChatGPT
   https://chat.openai.com
6. ^ Webster Dictionary
   https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/scrubber
7. ^ Wikidata
   https://www.wikidata.org/w/index.php?search=scrubber
8. ^ Usage in printed sources
   https://books.google.com/ngrams/graph?content=scrubber